In Asia, around the first day of the lunar calendar, it is a holiday as important as Christmas in the West. Even though Asian countries have been using the Gregorian calendar for over a century, the tradition of taking a vacation with family around the beginning of the lunar calendar remains.

PlayStation is also holding a discount event this year to coincide with this period. This is an opportunity for PlayStation users in Asia to finally purchase the expensive games they have been putting in their shopping carts. Discounts of up to 80% are applied, and the event ends on February 14th.

Hogwarts Legacy

Hogwarts Legacy, released in 2023 by Portkey Games, is being sold at a 40% discount. Set about 100 years before the Harry Potter series, the game has received critical acclaim for its faithful recreation of the wizarding world and fun gameplay. It's particularly popular among Harry Potter fans for its open-world Hogwarts where you can attend classes and explore the castle freely.

The PS5 Standard Edition, which was originally priced at KRW 96,000 in Korea, is now being sold for KRW 57,960.

Assassin's Creed Mirage

Set in 9th century Baghdad, the latest installment in the Assassin's Creed series is also being sold at a 30% discount. It chronicles the past of Basim, who appeared as a helper to the player in the previous game, 'Assassin's Creed Valhalla'. While it has been criticized as slightly disappointing compared to previous games, it faithfully recreates 9th century Baghdad, as one would expect from an Assassin's Creed game. It's considered a compelling work, offering a vibrant experience of a city lost 1,000 years ago.

The 'Assassin's Edition', originally priced at KRW 98,000, is now being sold for KRW 68,600.

Ghost of Tsushima Director's Cut

Ghost of Tsushima Director's Cut, set on Tsushima Island in 13th century Japan, is available at a 58% discount. The game is set against the backdrop of the Mongol invasion. It's particularly acclaimed for its impressive samurai action.

The PS5 version, originally priced at KRW 79,800, is now being sold for KRW 33,516.

Death Stranding

Death Stranding, released in 2019 by Hideo Kojima, is being sold at a whopping 60% discount. With its unique world and gameplay, Death Stranding was one of the most notable games of 2019. Gameplay footage for Death Stranding 2 was recently released, so it might be a good idea to play the first game before the sequel comes out.

The PS4 version Digital Deluxe has been discounted from KRW 54,800 to KRW 21,920.

Red Dead Redemption 2

This game, set in the late Wild West era of the American continent, is being discounted by 67%. Although it was released in 2018, it continues to enjoy strong sales. It's particularly well-received for its well-crafted story, following the success of its predecessor.

The Standard Edition is currently being sold for KRW 21,780, discounted from its original price of KRW 66,000.

In addition to these titles, various other games, including Cyberpunk 2077 and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, are also being discounted until February 14th.